Peel the artichokes,Have a pot of lightly salted water boiling.,Drop artichokes in the water, return to boil and boil for 2-3 minutes (depending on the size, 1 1/2" would be only 3 minutes).,Dash into cold water and leave in cold water until you are ready to broil them.,Turn on Broiler.,Roll Artichokes in the oil and drizzle with the Parmesan cheese and salt& pepper.,Broil for apprx 5 minutes or until the cheese is golden and the chokes are heated through.,______